Acacia merinthophora Plant Care Reminders
Zigzag wattleGeneral Information
Plant Care Instructions By Julie Bawden-Davis
Evergreen open shrub that produces a zig-zag shape. Weeping growth habit and bright yellow flowers in winter and spring. Popular for use in dried arrangements. Plant is drought-tolerant

Is Indoor Plant?
No
These month by month plant care tasks are for plants in the following zones :
Sunset Zones :22, 23, 24
USDA Zones :
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Plant Care Instruction
- Instructions By Month
- Instructions By Task
- Find Your Gardening Climate Zone
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Scroll down or click on any month for plant care instructions
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
January1. BuyBuy plant when in bloom.February1. BuyBuy plant when in bloom.2. PlantPlant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.3. TransplantPlant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.March1. BuyBuy plant when in bloom.2. PlantPlant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location3. FertilizeFeed once in the spring with a well-balanced fertilizer.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.6. TransplantPlant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.April1. BuyBuy plant when in bloom.2. PlantPlant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.5. TransplantPlant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.May1. BuyBuy plant when in bloom.2. PlantPlant in a well-draining, full-sun location.3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.5. TransplantPlant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.June1. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.2. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.July1. WaterWater once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering.2. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.3. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.August1. WaterWater once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering.2. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.3. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.September1. WaterWater once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering.2. PrunePrune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant.3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.October1. PruneIf not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant.2. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.3. Treat for Pest/DiseaseTreat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.November1. PruneIf not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
January
Buy plant when in bloom.
February
Buy plant when in bloom.
March
Buy plant when in bloom.
April
Buy plant when in bloom.
May
Buy plant when in bloom.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
February
Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.
March
Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location
April
Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location
May
Plant in a well-draining, full-sun location.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
March
Feed once in the spring with a well-balanced fertilizer.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
July
Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering.
August
Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering.
September
Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
September
Prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant.
October
If not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant.
November
If not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
March
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
April
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
May
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
June
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
July
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
August
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
September
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
October
Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.
Treat for Pest/Disease
How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements?
March
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
April
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
May
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
June
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
July
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
August
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
September
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
October
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
February
Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.
March
Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.
April
Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.
May
Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.
June
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
July
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
August
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
September
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
October
Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.
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